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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, Book 5 : Chapter 1, Sophy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rousseau say is the rule for women?
(a) Arouse strength and activity in men.
(b) Bear children and be a good wife.
(c) Know yourself.
(d) Overcome yourself.

2. Which student does Rousseau say will learn quickest?
(a) The student motivated by desire to know.
(b) The student motivated by the threat of parental judgment.
(c) The student motivated by competition with fellow students.
(d) The student motivated by selfishness.

3. With what tone does Rousseau open Book 4 Chapter 1?
(a) Passionate accusation.
(b) Energetic lamentation.
(c) Reasoned explanation.
(d) Powerful exhortation.

4. Where do the differences between men's and women's roles originate, in Rousseau's opinion?
(a) In a conspiracy against women.
(b) In men's competition with each other.
(c) In nature.
(d) In women's conspiracies against each other.

5. What does Rousseau say is the trouble with being attractive to women?
(a) Being hounded into actions one is not ready for.
(b) Being overwhelmed by strong emotions.
(c) Making promises in love letters, which cannot be fulfilled.
(d) Getting into debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Rousseau say manhood begins?

2. What observation does Rousseau make about the world in the beginning of Book 4 Chapter 1?

3. What does Sophy's name mean?

4. Against what does Rousseau warn teachers?

5. What is the worst thing a man can think about in regard to his child, according to Rousseau?

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